Tesia walks up to Kierk and hands him twenty-one platinum, "Here you go. Thank you so much for all your hard work Kierk." She says with a smile.
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Tesia laughs as she puts her hand on Charity's shoulder and lowers herself to look at her, "We don't need a camel, but thank you. Maybe donate it to the town for anyone who needs to use it? It's okay Charity, when I told you we would help you, I meant it. You don't owe us anything okay?"
"You're giving me a roof over my head, food, stuff...I can't just keep accepting this for free, even though it's very nice of you and I hope it's not because of everything I've been through..." Charity says almost in a single breath.
"And thank yeh fer yer business," Kierk says.
Sensing her distress she puts her arms around her in a gentle but firm hug as she shakes her head, "No...this isn't pity charity. It's just temporary assistance until you're able to get back on your own feet. You are one of the strongest people I know...to go through what you did and still come out the amazing person that you are. We help you because that's what we do. You don't have to live with us forever if you don't want to....but we're okay with you being there. Things won't be like this forever and eventually you'll be able to do things for yourself. Until then...let us do this okay? Everything will be alright, I promise." She says as she holds her and lets her feel safe and secure, and know that there are people that actually care about her.
She smiles, "Anytime Kierk, you do beautiful work."
Charity sighs. "Alright."
She mounts Toppen again. "What should we do now?"
She thinks before pulling out the invitation to Kama and Elena's wedding. "I don't know...but Rhy and I should buy a couple of pretty dresses for this wedding." She says as she looks at the invitation, "Is there anything you would like to do Charity?" She asks as she stands up and reads what's on the paper. After thinking for a bit she asks, "Did you want to go back to that house now to get anything, since he's no longer an issues and stuff? We could do that after getting our dresses, before we go to Arista's...if you want to."
Getting to Asha and Priya's shop she pulls the door open and goes inside.
The invitation reads: "You are cordially invited to the wedding of Kāma Súndari and Elena Mehul on Gozrus, the 12th of Harvest, at 12 pm inside Hadrinn's restaurant. Reception to follow immediately after the ceremony."
"There are a few things there I should get," Charity says. "I'll meet you at the beach. I'm going to take Toppen back."
She then takes off at a speedy trot.
Jelks hurries out of the back room, clutching her dress. "Oh, Arista. Hi! Umm...I think I forgot to mention where the wedding was. It'll be at the school. In the auditorium. Aliethia can show you where. 6 pm, please."
She takes a deep breath. "Sorry...my breasts are swollen and that completely screwed up my day."
She smiles as she watches Charity ride off. Hooking an arm around her wife's waist she heads to the beach with her, "I think after some time she'll be okay. I know what she went through was horrible...but she'll become stronger."
She nods, "It's okay Jelks...everything will be okay. Just try to take some deep breaths. I'm having everyone over for lunch today, so I'll just let them know when I see them okay? Don't worry, I'm sure you'll look absolutely beautiful." She says as she rubs her friends arm.
"Thanks," Jelks says, trying to keep from crying. "I'd better get back and help Michael finish the set up."
Asha comes out of the back room. "Hello, Arista. Did you need something?"
She watches as her almost hysterical friend rushes out of the shop before turning to Asha, "Yeah...would it be alright if I lay Celine down on your sofa though? She wore herself out throwing the mother of all fits earlier and I'm just getting a little tired carrying her around so much."
Asha nods.
She gently lays the sleeping girl down on the sofa and takes off her cloak to cover her with. Turning back to Asha she says, "You're not gonna believe this, but I need more clothes." She almost laughs at how many sets of clothes she's bought in just the last few months.
"Yeah, she will be. She's stronger than she gives herself credit for." Rhadya says leaning into Tesia as they walk to the beach.
After a few moments Amélie comes the the door seeming a little out of breath. "Allo Pandi.....good morning." the blonde guardswoman sys as she steps back to let the ranger in.
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When they get to the beach she puts her arms around Rhy, "Okay....so I have a confession to make. I had something made for you that I was supposed to have for you before we got married, but since our plans changed a little bit and it took so long to make it....I couldn't get it for you until today. So, I want you to close your eyes and hold out your hand.
Once she's sure her wife isn't peeking, she takes out the ring she had specially crafted for her, and puts it in her hand.
"Okay, open your eyes. This was supposed to be your actual wedding ring and band."
The ring is delicately made in silver with two interlocking hearts. In the center of each heart is a heart shaped stone. One of labradorite and the other of the bluest sapphire. The band is interwoven flowers and leaves and fits perfectly against the other ring to form a complete set.
Pandi smiles. "Good morning. Feeling okay?"
Cyna, Sienna and Gwen walk into Hadrinn's as everyone finishes their meal.
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"Music to my ears," Asha says. "Anything in particular?"
She stretches out her wings just enough so Asha can see them, "I now apparently come with my own accessories and would like warm clothing that I can get into without a dressing attendant. I just don't know what you can really do to get around these things so I can keep warm and still manage to dress myself."
Closes her eyes and extending her hand with a big smile that only grows bigger as she feels the ring slipped onto her finger, Rhadaya opens her eyes and gasps, her own eyes almost immediately brimming with emotion.
"It's....it's so beautiful!" she says, throwing herself into her wife's arms. "It's amazing. You're amazing!" she gushes.
"Oh dear," Asha mutters, circling around Arista. "You'd need something stretchy..."
Tesia smiles as she embraces her wife lovingly, "Not as beautiful or amazing as you. I just...I wanted something special that spoke of our love for each other. I wanted you to know just how amazing and wonderful I think you are and how you deserve nothing but the very best in every single way possible. I love you Rhadaya Stormbringer, now and forever." She says as she lifts her wife up to meet her lips in a passionate and love filled kiss.
She sighs, "We met someone outside of Lysse who was able to kind of adjust some things for me...but I didn't want to ruin the sleepwear Maggie made for me and my other things are not that warm. I just...I didn't know what to do." She says sounding a little frustrated. Looking up at Asha she says, "That's why I came to you. I figured if anyone could help me, it would be you and Priya. I need somehow to have a nice dress to wear to quite a few weddings as I understand it." Smiling at Asha she says, "Congratulations by the way. The girls seem very excited about it. It's really brought the light back into Rajni's eyes and that's good to see too. Also, if possible I'd like something nice for Celine to wear to these special occasions as well. Oh...while I'm thinking of it...would you have any suggestions on how to decorate a little girls bed so that she'll stay out of mine? I got her the prettiest four poster bed from Mr. Meachams today and I was wondering if maybe there would be a way for you to make some kind of drapery or something to go over the bed? Maybe some girly looking pillows? I don't know....I think I'm a little in over my head sometimes."
"Just a bit out of breath......pregnancy." Amélie replies with a shrug.
Rhadaya returns the kiss with equal passion, her hands tangled in Tes' hair. After quite a while she pulls back just enough to look the love of her wife in the eyes. "I have something for you too. It's isn't ready yet though."
She smiles as she continues to hold her, "I already have all I need right here in my arms....but I can't wait to see what it is. Don't tell me though. You can keep it a surprise. I like surprises." she says with a slight giggle as the tips of her ears turn a slight pink along with her cheeks.
"The bedding and drapery is fine. I have many colors available. How about we take a look while I ponder fixing your clothes," Asha says, guiding Arista to her fabrics. "As far as formal clothes, I can accommodate Celine...you are a different story."
"Ah," Pandi says. "So are you busy?"
Sienna waves to the group at the table.
She gives Asha a smile as she looks down, "Oh...Okay. I'm sure you'll figure something out though...I'm pretty sure I'm stuck with these things for good so....it's not like I can go around naked. Especially not in winter....I don't want to wear a sack." She worries as she looks over some pretty fabrics.
"Oh, don't worry. I'll make sure you don't wear a sack," Asha says. "I might have an idea, but I need to see how your wings move."
Looking around she says, "I don't know if I should do that inside. So bedding...I need frilly girly stuff that she might like. Lavender is a pretty color, as well as pinks and greens...but I'm not sure how well that would all go together. Is there a way you can make like a canopy or something with frilly stuff that we can hang over the four posters to give it a princess like feel? I just think if that maybe I make it appealing enough maybe she'll want to sleep in it? What do you think Asha?" She asks while chewing absently on a nail.
"No, no, I meant I wanted to see the range of motion, so I could make a good fit for you. Unless you plan on flying in your sleepwear," Asha clarifies. "I can use the pink and lavender together. I don't think greens would fit."
"Pas vraiment....not really." Amélie says with a smile. "We just finished our shift a little while ago. Gerard is out hunting for a bit. We can go see Marcelle now if you're ready."
She nods, "Oohhhh....oh I see. Is there enough room for me to do that and I think I like your idea on the colors for her bed. Maybe some lighter gauzier material to drape the bed in? Somehow I think ruffles should be involved....but not completely necessary. Meacham is delivering the bed today though and I'd like to try and have her sleep in it tonight if possible. The sooner I get her out of my bed the better." She lets out a sigh as she looks over to the sofa to see if she's still sleeping.
Pandi nods. "Yes, please."
Cyna waves as well. "I'll talk with Hadrinn if you want to chat with the others for a bit." Cyna says.
Sienna shrugs and sits down. "So how's it going?"
"Meh."
"That's an interesting comment. What's up, 'Rhea?"
